Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Baltimore on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Baltimore (White Marsh P&R)Cheapest
bbbus.comBus
108 Spring Garden St
5501 O'Donnell Street CutoffFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Baltimore (White Marsh P&R)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Baltimore

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65train per day
1h 15mAverage duration
155 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 226 - R 1 044Average duration2h 5m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 139 - R 6 306Average duration1h 15m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Baltimore start at R 226. The average price for this route is around R 470. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Baltimore is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 146 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Baltimore route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus, BBBus.com.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Baltimore at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Baltimore produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6361 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/12
R 469
06/12
R 451
Today
R 469
08/12
R 373
09/12
R 330
10/12
R 321
11/12
R 304
12/12
R 356
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 304

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 304 to R 642 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 304, which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually BBBus.com will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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